Unbreakable bond: A workshop on adhesive onlays

Experience the transformative power of adhesive onlays in dentistry at our immersive workshop. Master treatment planning, onlay preparation, and bonding techniques to expand your restorative options and deliver exceptional patient care. Join us for the "Adhesive Onlay Workshop" and elevate your practice.

Aims:

• To provide dentists with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of adhesive onlays as a restorative treatment option
• To enhance dentists' skills in treatment planning, onlay preparation, and bonding techniques specific to adhesive onlays
• To foster confidence in dentists when incorporating adhesive onlays into their clinical practice

Objectives:

• To familiarise dentists with the indications and contraindications for adhesive onlays
• To educate dentists on the principles of treatment planning for adhesive onlays, including case selection and occlusal considerations
• To train dentists in the proper preparation techniques for adhesive onlays, including cavity design, tooth reduction, and margin placement
• To provide dentists with hands-on practice in bonding adhesive onlays using heated composite

Learning outcomes:

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

• Identify suitable clinical cases for adhesive onlays based on patient-specific factors and functional requirements
• Formulate effective treatment plans incorporating adhesive onlays, considering tooth preparation guidelines and esthetic objectives
• Demonstrate proficiency in onlay preparation techniques, including proper reduction, margin design, and preservation of tooth structure
• Apply contemporary adhesive bonding techniques to successfully bond adhesive onlays, ensuring optimal marginal adaptation and bond strength
• Evaluate and troubleshoot common clinical challenges related to adhesive onlays, such as post-operative sensitivity or marginal discoloration